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... plugged into this product on a vibrating surface. Turning the product off before cleaning. These openings must not exceed 80% of the product and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand or table. Do not locate this product where people will walk on the cord...
... plugged into this product on a vibrating surface. Turning the product off before cleaning. These openings must not exceed 80% of the product and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand or table. Do not locate this product where people will walk on the cord...
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...Use of according to this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of used batteries. Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this product contain ... For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. Batteries may present a risk of them away from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/environmental.htm. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org...
...Use of according to this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of used batteries. Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this product contain ... For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. Batteries may present a risk of them away from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/environmental.htm. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org...
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... before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Recycle if possible. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. x Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of used batteries according to "Frequently asked... questions" on page 39. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter....
... before removing or replacing batteries. • Do not tamper with batteries. Recycle if possible. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. x Taking care of your battery pack Here are some ways to take care of your battery pack: • Use only batteries of used batteries according to "Frequently asked... questions" on page 39. Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter....
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... Taking care of your battery pack x Cleaning and servicing x Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) 2 Acer eLock Management 3 Acer ePerformance Management 5 Acer eRecovery Management 6 Acer eSettings Management 8 Acer ePower Management 9 Acer ePresentation Management 12 Your Acer notebook tour 13 Front... lock 34 Audio 35 Adjusting the volume 35 Using the system utilities 36 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 36 Launch Manager 37 Norton AntiVirus 38 Frequently asked questions 39
... Taking care of your battery pack x Cleaning and servicing x Acer Empowering Technology 1 Empowering Technology password 1 Acer eDataSecurity Management (for selected models) 2 Acer eLock Management 3 Acer ePerformance Management 5 Acer eRecovery Management 6 Acer eSettings Management 8 Acer ePower Management 9 Acer ePresentation Management 12 Your Acer notebook tour 13 Front... lock 34 Audio 35 Adjusting the volume 35 Using the system utilities 36 Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible) 36 Launch Manager 37 Norton AntiVirus 38 Frequently asked questions 39
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...settings. • Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. • Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. • Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. • Acer ePresentation Management connects...Empowering Technology password, you will be prompted to remember or write down your new Acer computer. Be sure to do so. Empowering Technology 1 Acer Empowering Technology Acer's innovative Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to a projector and adjusts...
...settings. • Acer eRecovery Management backs up and recovers data flexibly, reliably and completely. • Acer eSettings Management accesses system information and adjusts settings easily. • Acer ePower Management extends battery power via versatile usage profiles. • Acer ePresentation Management connects...Empowering Technology password, you will be prompted to remember or write down your new Acer computer. Be sure to do so. Empowering Technology 1 Acer Empowering Technology Acer's innovative Empowering Technology toolbar makes it easy for you to a projector and adjusts...
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...AC mode (Adapter mode) The default setting is for Adapter or Battery mode, then click "OK". 5 The new profile will appear in the profile list. To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface. You can adjust CPU speed...(1394), Wired LAN and Optical Device if supported. Empowering Technology 9 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. DC mode (Battery mode) There are four pre-defined profiles - Entertainment, Presentation, Word Processing, and Battery Life. to save to a new power profile. 3 Name the ...
...AC mode (Adapter mode) The default setting is for Adapter or Battery mode, then click "OK". 5 The new profile will appear in the profile list. To launch it, select Acer ePower Management from the Empowering Technology interface. You can adjust CPU speed...(1394), Wired LAN and Optical Device if supported. Empowering Technology 9 Acer ePower Management Acer ePower Management features a straightforward user interface. DC mode (Battery mode) There are four pre-defined profiles - Entertainment, Presentation, Word Processing, and Battery Life. to save to a new power profile. 3 Name the ...
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Empowering Technology 10 Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to be taken when the cover is closed or the power button is pressed. • Set passwords for accessing the system after Hibernation or Standby. • View information about Acer ePower Management. For additional options, click "Settings" to: • Set alarms. • Re-load factory defaults. • Select what actions to the panel in the upper half of the window..
Empowering Technology 10 Battery status For real-time battery life estimates based on current usage, refer to be taken when the cover is closed or the power button is pressed. • Set passwords for accessing the system after Hibernation or Standby. • View information about Acer ePower Management. For additional options, click "Settings" to: • Set alarms. • Re-load factory defaults. • Select what actions to the panel in the upper half of the window..
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S/PDIF support 10 Latch Locks and releases the lid. 15 English # Icon Item 4 Power indicator Description Indicates the computer's power status. 5 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's batttery status. 6 CIR receiver Receives signals from a remote control (for selected models). 7 Microphone-in jack Accepts input from external microphones. 8 Line-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman). 9 Headphones/speaker/ Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., line-out jack with speakers, headphones).
S/PDIF support 10 Latch Locks and releases the lid. 15 English # Icon Item 4 Power indicator Description Indicates the computer's power status. 5 Battery indicator Indicates the computer's batttery status. 6 CIR receiver Receives signals from a remote control (for selected models). 7 Microphone-in jack Accepts input from external microphones. 8 Line-in jack Accepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player, stereo walkman). 9 Headphones/speaker/ Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., line-out jack with speakers, headphones).
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19 Base view English # Item 1 Hard disk bay 2 Memory compartment 3 Ventilation slots and cooling fan 4 Battery lock 5 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Houses the computer's main memory. Houses the computer's battery pack. Locks the battery in position. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.
19 Base view English # Item 1 Hard disk bay 2 Memory compartment 3 Ventilation slots and cooling fan 4 Battery lock 5 Battery bay Description Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). Houses the computer's main memory. Houses the computer's battery pack. Locks the battery in position. Note: Do not cover or obstruct the opening of the fan. Enable the computer to stay cool, even after prolonged use.
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.../1.33 inches) • 3.0 Kg (6.61 lbs.) for 15.4" LCD model with TV module • 2.92 Kg (6.44 lbs.) for 15.4" LCD model without TV module Aspire 5100/3100 Series • 358 (W) x 269 (D) x 29.8/33.8 (H) mm (14.1 x 10.6 x 1.17/1.33 inches) • 2.82kg (6.22 lbs) for 15.4"...management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes • 71 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (8-cell) • 44.4W 4000mAh (6-cell) Li-ion battery • 29.6W 2000mAH (4-cell) Li-ion battery • Acer QuicCharge™ technology: • 80% charge in 1 hour • 2-hour rapid charge ...
.../1.33 inches) • 3.0 Kg (6.61 lbs.) for 15.4" LCD model with TV module • 2.92 Kg (6.44 lbs.) for 15.4" LCD model without TV module Aspire 5100/3100 Series • 358 (W) x 269 (D) x 29.8/33.8 (H) mm (14.1 x 10.6 x 1.17/1.33 inches) • 2.82kg (6.22 lbs) for 15.4"...management standard: supports Standby and Hibernation power-saving modes • 71 W 4800 mAh Li-ion battery pack (8-cell) • 44.4W 4000mAh (6-cell) Li-ion battery • 29.6W 2000mAH (4-cell) Li-ion battery • Acer QuicCharge™ technology: • 80% charge in 1 hour • 2-hour rapid charge ...
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...; NTI CD-Maker™ • Kensington lock slot • BIOS user and supervisor passwords • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone • 512 MB, 1 GB or 2 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz soDIMM modules • 8/6-cell Li-ion battery pack • 3-pin 65/90 W AC adapter • Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °...
...; NTI CD-Maker™ • Kensington lock slot • BIOS user and supervisor passwords • Acer Bluetooth® VoIP phone • 512 MB, 1 GB or 2 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz soDIMM modules • 8/6-cell Li-ion battery pack • 3-pin 65/90 W AC adapter • Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °...
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Power Indicates the computer's power status. HDD Caps Lock Num Lock Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. Icon Function Bluetooth Description Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Lights up . Lights up when Num Lock is closed up when Caps Lock is active. 26 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status.
Power Indicates the computer's power status. HDD Caps Lock Num Lock Indicates when the hard disk drive is activated. Icon Function Bluetooth Description Indicates the status of wireless LAN communication. Lights up . Lights up when Num Lock is closed up when Caps Lock is active. 26 Indicators The computer has serveral easy-to-read status indicators. Wireless LAN Indicates the status of Bluetooth communication. English The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is activated. Battery Indicates the computer's batttery status.
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...and Press < > to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. To set to run the Acer Launch Manager. Please see "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 37. The mail and Web browser buttons are four buttons. Easy-launch buttons Located above the... keyboard are pre-set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Empowering Technology. Easy-launch button P Web browser Mail Default application Acer Empowering Technology (user-programmable) User-programmable Internet browser (user-programmable) Email application (user-programmable) ...
...and Press < > to email and Internet programs, but can be reset by users. To set to run the Acer Launch Manager. Please see "Acer Empowering Technology" on page 37. The mail and Web browser buttons are four buttons. Easy-launch buttons Located above the... keyboard are pre-set the Web browser, mail and programmable buttons, run the Acer Empowering Technology. Easy-launch button P Web browser Mail Default application Acer Empowering Technology (user-programmable) User-programmable Internet browser (user-programmable) Email application (user-programmable) ...
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... on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up the "Display Properties" dialog box. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be set the resolution lower than the specified resolution are provided for each one. English 39 Frequently asked ...are not full-screen on the computer or on your computer. Check the following: • If you set to restart the system. I turned on the battery, it with a system disk and press + + to an external monitor. Press any key to power the computer. Remove or replace it may arise during...
... on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up the "Display Properties" dialog box. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be set the resolution lower than the specified resolution are provided for each one. English 39 Frequently asked ...are not full-screen on the computer or on your computer. Check the following: • If you set to restart the system. I turned on the battery, it with a system disk and press + + to an external monitor. Press any key to power the computer. Remove or replace it may arise during...
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... enter Hibernation mode after being in Sleep mode. Press + or close the display cover whenever you have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode for the trip home: • Check that can damage the screen. What to bring to meetings If your... anything with you to remove the media can damage the drive head. • Pack the computer in the meeting will be longer, or if your battery is relatively short, you probably do not need to take with you Unless you have some items at home, take the following items with you...
... enter Hibernation mode after being in Sleep mode. Press + or close the display cover whenever you have an electrical outlet, reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode for the trip home: • Check that can damage the screen. What to bring to meetings If your... anything with you to remove the media can damage the drive head. • Pack the computer in the meeting will be longer, or if your battery is relatively short, you probably do not need to take with you Unless you have some items at home, take the following items with you...
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If possible, leave the computer for 30 minutes in an environment with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer What to take with you Take the following items with a ...18 °F), allow the computer to come to room temperature, and inspect the screen for condensation before turning on the computer. Make sure that the battery in temperature and humidity can avoid carrying the extra weight to and from your office building to a client's office building or traveling locally. English ...
If possible, leave the computer for 30 minutes in an environment with you: • AC adapter • Spare, fully-charged battery pack(s) • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer What to take with you Take the following items with a ...18 °F), allow the computer to come to room temperature, and inspect the screen for condensation before turning on the computer. Make sure that the battery in temperature and humidity can avoid carrying the extra weight to and from your office building to a client's office building or traveling locally. English ...
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... the local AC voltage. Do not use another country, check that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you would normally prepare it to country. English 60 Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking...
... the local AC voltage. Do not use another country, check that are appropriate for the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you would normally prepare it to country. English 60 Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking...
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...reconfigures the total memory size. Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer. Then turn the computer over to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. then lift up and remove the memory cover. 3 (a) Insert the..., then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into place. 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer. English 68 Installing memory Follow these steps to access its base. 2 Remove the...
...reconfigures the total memory size. Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local Acer dealer. Then turn the computer over to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. then lift up and remove the memory cover. 3 (a) Insert the..., then (b) gently press it down until it clicks into place. 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer. English 68 Installing memory Follow these steps to access its base. 2 Remove the...
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... lists the error messages in alphabetical order together with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Error messages Corrective action CMOS battery bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. Hard disk 0 error Contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance. Do not...
... lists the error messages in alphabetical order together with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Error messages Corrective action CMOS battery bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. Hard disk 0 error Contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance. Do not...
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English 90 Index A AC adapter caring for ix audio 35 adjusting the volume 35 troubleshooting 40 B battery pack caring for x BIOS utility 72 brightness hotkeys 32 C caps lock 30 on indicator 26 care AC adapter ix battery pack x computer ix CD-ROM ejecting manually 40 troubleshooting 40 cleaning computer x computer caring for ix...
English 90 Index A AC adapter caring for ix audio 35 adjusting the volume 35 troubleshooting 40 B battery pack caring for x BIOS utility 72 brightness hotkeys 32 C caps lock 30 on indicator 26 care AC adapter ix battery pack x computer ix CD-ROM ejecting manually 40 troubleshooting 40 cleaning computer x computer caring for ix...